Tove Jansson, Trollvinter, First Swedish Edition

Published by Hugo Gebers in Stockholm in 1957. First Swedish edition, in Swedish. Hardcover, bound in pictorial paper-covered boards with a cloth spine. 145 pages, illustrated by Tove Jansson.

The sixth Moomin book, Trollvinter was published in English as Moominland Midwinter. The story marks a more sombre and introspective turn in the series. Moomintroll wakes unexpectedly during hibernation and must face winter, solitude and unfamiliar feelings without his family.

Very Good+. The red cloth spine is noticeably faded. The boards have very minor marks, the corners are bumped, and both lower corners are split. The upper board bows slightly. The binding remains firm, and the text block is fresh and entirely free from foxing, spotting, ownership inscriptions or staining. A clean, attractive copy that presents very well.